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News: Rev. Terry to serve 1st San Gabriel
On July 18, Pastor Terry will be half time staff : English Congregation.
Bishop Grant Hagiya intends to appoint the Rev. Dr. W. Terry Van Hook to serve the English speaking congregation at First United Methodist Church San Gabriel starting July 1, 2022. This will be a 1/2 time appointment and he will serve as Co-Pastor with Rev. Chin Cheak Yu.
The Rev. Dr. W. “Terry” Van Hook has been in the United Methodist Ministry for 46 years when he retired in 2019.
At that time he and his wife Joanne organized the Agapé Journeys Ministry to consult with and empower local churches in Spiritual Vitality and Church growth.
They have been providing workshops on Small Groups, Church in the Post-Covid/21st Century, and Centering prayer among others.
Over the recent three years Pastor Terry has been preaching at a number of UMC churches both online and in person.
During his ministry he served churches in Cucamonga, Bellflower, Laguna Niguel, Culver City, San Diego and Fullerton before retiring after 10 years of serving the Lancaster UMC.
He and his wife of 43 years, Joanne, have two adult children: Jason and Rebekah, one Daughter in law: Shannon, and two wonderful granddaughters: Lily and Sophia, with whom they are looking forward to spending three weeks together this July.
Post-Pandemic Reflections: Loss, Loneliness & Prayer
Grief has become our shared experience. It's time to deal with it.
Deepen your prayer and explore God's healing power.
Have you felt discouraged and distanced by the pandemic?
You no longer need to be alone in your grief.
Join us for a time for community and love to heal.
We'll be at the
East Whittier UM Church
@ 10005 S. Cole Street
next two Sundays: June 5 & 12 - 10 am
as Pastor Terry Van Hook
explores the spiritual reality
that changes everything!
"Forgiveness: So easy to overlook, so crucial for Spiritual Growth "
(Before you come, read Romans 8:18-28
You are expected & Welcome no matter who you are.
Won't you please join us this Sunday and May 8 as well.
www.ewumc.org 10 am - East Whittier UM Church
Want to know more about the Sacraments?
Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body
Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body
Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body
Holy Communion is celebrated at least once a month.
The body and blood of Christ is shared through bread and grape juice offered to all: young and old, members and non members.
Only a desire to be closer to Christ and an open heart of confession is needed. Here's where you can learn more about the Eucharist!
Baptism: Our Passport onto God's Porch
Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body
Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body
Baptism is a great moment in the life of a Christian!
It's a sign of God's unconditional love, forgiveness and acceptance.
Our old life dies and our new life in the Lord begins.
We baptism people of all ages, backgrounds and situations.
Here's some more information about how important Baptism is to us.
Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.
Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.
Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.
Confirmation is the time of questioning and choosing to follow Christ. Every year we invite youth in Middle School and High School to bring their questions and concerns, study the bible and as a result, make a decision about Jesus the Messiah.
Here's some more information on our celebration of Confirmation.
PLUS: Here's a short video that goes deeper into the relationship of Baptism and confirmation.
P.S. We LOVE children in worship with their families
Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.
Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.
We both welcome children in worship as well as have a "cry room" for when they need a little space.
There are large windows and the sound is available so the parents don't miss a thing. In addition there is a well equipped nursery just steps away with qualified and competent care when it's nap time.
Your children are our children and we give them tender loving care!
Dismantling Racism: A UMC Global Focus
Kairos: God's time in the dawning of the Kingdom of Heaven
The year 2020 will long be remembered for it's tectonic shift of attitudes and behaviors regarding race and racism. Major shifts are happening right now in the United States and perhaps the world. God's Holy Spirit is moving in every village and town, suburb and city. God is raising up people to make significant progress in "Dismantling Racism." Click the image for more resources and ways you can help your congregation become more inclusive church and society. (CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS.)
Special Feature:
Extravagant Hospitality for Local Churches
We've gathered some of the best ideas to take your Hospitality Ministry to the next level.
Exploring Spiritual Growth in Local Churches
Local Church Seminars, Workshops & Classes on Prayer, Sm Groups, Visioning, & other Leadership topics.
Local and Online Retreats, Retreats at nearby Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Travel, Adult Mission Trips and more
Local and Online Retreats, Retreats at nearby Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Travel, Adult Mission Trips and more
Local and Online Retreats, Retreats at nearby Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Travel, Adult Mission Trips and more
Local and Online Retreats, Retreats at nearby Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Travel, Adult Mission Trips and more
Local and Online Retreats, Retreats at nearby Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Travel, Adult Mission Trips and more
Personal Coaching, Spiritual Dir., Team Coaching, Plus "Finding My True Self" with the Enneagram
Local and Online Retreats, Retreats at nearby Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Travel, Adult Mission Trips and more
Personal Coaching, Spiritual Dir., Team Coaching, Plus "Finding My True Self" with the Enneagram
What is the "Gospel"? What would you say?
Jesus proclaimed the "Gospel" / the Good News of God...
Mark writes: "...Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying,
'The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near;
repent, and believe in the good news.'" (Mark 1:14-15)
"Jesus began to proclaim, 'Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.'" (Matt 4:17)
"'The Spirit of the Lord is upon, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor.
He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind,
to let the oppressed go free, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor.' ...
...'Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.'" (Luke 4:18-19, 21)
"But to all who received him, who believed in his name,
he gave power to become children of God..." (John 1:12)
While repentance is important, (and often the focus these scriptures), what's even more important
is that the kin(g)dom/realm of God/Heaven has come near and is fully realized in the Resurrection.
We continually call ourselves to account by asking:
"Are we, as christians, followers of Christ, children of God
truly living out the unconditional, grace-filled gift of being 'citizens of heaven?'" (Phil 3:20)
Joanne and I are committed to exploring this "heaven on Earth" gift
with individuals and local churches through prayer, spiritual disciplines,
leadership trainings, retreats and personal coaching.
We are both looking forward to an everlasting , unconditional love with God in the heaven to come,
as well as actively participating in a graceful forgiveness and reconciliation
with all around us right now.
This current engagement with God's presence, this eternal living right now,
is filled with and guided by God's Holy Spirit,
as we radically serve God's will, righteousness, peace and justice.
Free: An Eastertide Spiritual life Renewal Resource
Easter "High" every Sunday?
• 7 weeks of Sermon Themes & Starters
• How to start " Wesley's "Small Group Revolution" with leadership training and mission-active groups.
• Renewing Worship as a "Heavenly Sanctuary" for our fractured, isolated and lonely society.
(PLUS: More Post-Covid Resources at page end below.)
Act on these Relevant Post-Covid Topics!
A Checklist for Immediate Planning for Post-Covid in your local Congregation
A Checklist for Immediate Planning for Post-Covid in your local Congregation
A Checklist for Immediate Planning for Post-Covid in your local Congregation
Neighborhood Impact Calling Campaign: Phone Script
A Checklist for Immediate Planning for Post-Covid in your local Congregation
A Checklist for Immediate Planning for Post-Covid in your local Congregation
Join our Small Groups of 6-8 Clergy and Lay Leaders on Revitalization.
A Checklist for Immediate Planning for Post-Covid in your local Congregation
The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)
The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)
The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)
The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)
VACCINE REBOUND Presentation: Leadership Wkshp
The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)
Watch for our next "Quiet Morning" with Centering Prayer.
Watch for our next "Quiet Morning" with Centering Prayer.
The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)
Watch for our next "Quiet Morning" with Centering Prayer.
